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Florence Pugh surprises in leg-baring dress we never expected at the Oscars

The Don't Worry Darling star turned heads on the Academy Awards' champagne coloured carpet

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Kate Thomas
Lifestyle Managing Editor
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Florence Pugh just turned heads in a major way when she arrived at the 2023 Academy Awards. Serving up some seriously daring sartorial flair, the Don't Worry Darling actress wowed in a beige Valentino gown with a daring front split.

The 27-year-old star coordinated with the 95th annual ceremony's special champagne coloured carpet in her strapless Valentino AW22 Couture gown. Boasting oversized puff sleeves and a dramatic full skirt featuring a high split, the quirky dress was paired with tiny black hot pants underneath, ensuring Florence earned her place among the best dressed stars of the night.

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Florence, who was styled by Rebecca Corbin Murray, added some extra edge to her look thanks to a pair of suede platform heels.

It was the British star's incredible hair and beauty look which really took centre stage, however. The Midsommer star opted for a silver nose ring and a matte beauty blend including a taupe lip and strong brow, while a silver choker adorned her neck.

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Florence Pugh looked beautiful in her Valentino AW22 Couture gown

She coiffed her blonde locks in an avant-garde updo featuring tiny black bow embellishment. Fans were blown away by the look, taking to Twitter to dissect her edgy aesthetic.

One penned: "Seriously, only Florence Pugh could pull this one off #Oscars. Baroque on top, cool underneath." Another commented: "Loving Florence Pugh’s hair at the Oscars with this faux fringe bang."

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The Don't Worry Darling star wowed in the strapless number

Florence, who recently reunited with her ex Zach Braff to promote their new film A Good Person, ensured all eyes were on her as she made her way into Hollywood's Dolby Theater.

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This isn't the first time Florence has turned heads with her cool girl style. Just last week, the blonde beauty embraced the lingerie trend in a completely sheer skirt at Paris Fashion Week.

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Florence's edgy aesthetic was a hit

She kept things relatively understated on top during her Valentino AW23 appearance, sporting a grey marl cropped sweatshirt which brought an injection of glitz via a sparkly choker-style neckline.

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During the BAFTAs, Florence was also on her A-game in the style stakes. She put on a glittering display in a Barbie-pink micro dress from Valentino embellished with sequins to attend the British Vogue x Tiffany bash.

She finished off the standout look with a killer pair of metallic Versace heels. Flawless!

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